Jeremiah 49:22 Meaning and Explanation
“Behold, he shall come up and fly as the eagle, and spread his wings over Bozrah: and at that day shall the heart of the mighty men of Edom be as the heart of a woman in her pangs.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →An invader will swoop down on Bozrah like an eagle, and the mightiest Edomites will be paralyzed with fear.
The Context of Jeremiah 49:22
An eagle-swift invader will terrify even Edom's strongest warriors.
What Does Jeremiah 49:22 Mean?
The invader is depicted as an eagle (a symbol of swiftness and overwhelming power), spreading wings over Bozrah. The eagle image suggests speed, dominance, and the absence of escape—the prey is pinned under the eagle's shadow.
The comparison of mighty men's hearts to 'a woman in her pangs' conveys intense fear and loss of control. Labor pangs are involuntary, overwhelming; warriors—the nation's strength—are reduced to helplessness. Fear shatters courage and tactical thinking.
Jeremiah 49:22 in the Original Language
pangs (יָלַדְתָּה yaldah) — literally labor/delivery; conveys the intensity of pain and involuntary suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 49:22
What does Jeremiah 49:22 mean?
An invader will swoop down on Bozrah like an eagle, and the mightiest Edomites will be paralyzed with fear.
What is the context of Jeremiah 49:22?
An eagle-swift invader will terrify even Edom's strongest warriors.